64 km away from New Jalpaiguri, there is an environment-friendly small village known as Chatakpur. Situated on the elevated hillocks with a height of 7400 ft.
To reach there you need to grant a permit from the authority officials there. Among the dense forests, the narrow roads pave the way to Chatakpur.
The balconies of the homestays there provide you with a spectacular view of the cloud-covered mountains and the snow-covered peaks of the Kanchenjunga. The village is surrounded by a rim of serenity. Wildflowers add to the beauty of nature. Tickles Leaf Warbler and Siberian Stonechat are some of the indigenous species of birds found there which are perfect clicks for photography lovers.
The watchtower in Chatakpur provides a spectacular view of the outskirts of the village and the Kanchenjunga peaks. Kalipakhri a holy pond in Chatakpur is worshipped by the local Lepchas there.
